Tag: local history

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August 19, 2024

Miamisburg Historical Society Open Doors 2024

All Miamisburg Historical Society locations will be open on Saturday, September 14 from 1-4 p.m. including the History Center and the Heritage Village. We also offer a special “local highlights” walking tour of historic downtown.
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July 22, 2024

Exploring Our County Towns and Villages

Take a look at a special display highlighting the many villages in Van Wert County.
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July 11, 2024

Johnny Appleseed History Mystery

This year, we commemorate the 250th birthday of Johnny Appleseed, a figure shrouded in myth and legend. But who was the real man behind the stories? Join us for an engaging history hunt as we delve into our local history collection, tracing the seeds of John Chapman’s life, exploring his family roots, and uncovering the […]
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July 2, 2024

Open red Doors at St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church

Guided tours of historic architecture and stained glass including signed Tiffany windows, Schantz organ music by professional musician Jay Spencer, and Steinway piano music by professional musician Fr. George Baum.
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June 27, 2024

Belmont County Heritage Museum Open House

Visit this award-winning historic building and see the Mounds, Moon, and Stars: The Legacy of Ohio’s Magnificent Earthworks exhibit on loan from the Great Circle Alliance. The Belmont County Heritage Museum will have an open house with refreshments during regular hours on September 14 and be open on September 15 as part of a county-wide […]
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June 12, 2024

Open Doors Ohio-Fulton County: Fayette, Ohio

This behind-the-scenes museum tour will introduce the community to the wonderful world of Fayette and the history of Bean Creek Valley.
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June 1, 2024

Fulton: The Music Man of Arcanum

Join us for a look at Arcanum’s very own Music Man, Mr. Benjamin F. Fulton. In addition, we’ll be offering building tours and a screening of the 1962 film “The Music Man”. Be sure to grab your popcorn before you head to the auditorium. You won’t want to miss this!